High resolution imaging reveals the human cerebellum is 80% of the area of the cortex. The findings indicate this area of the brain likely grew larger as human behavior and cognition evolved. Read More
Researchers have successfully captured neural activity in nearly the entire brain of a free-moving animal. Read More
Researchers have identified 40 new genes they believe are related to aggressive behavior in both humans and mice. The findings deepen understanding of the genetic basis of aggressiveness. Read More
A new study reports the ability to delay gratification is linked to white matter connectivity between the caudate and dorsal prefrontal cortex. Read More
A new Nature Immunology study reveals immune cells alter the body's metabolism when activated, leading to changes in behavior. Read More
Following a 12 year long study, researchers have identified seven phenoclasses that can help doctors to diagnose and track the progression of bipolar disorder in patients. Read More
Antioxidant shows promise as treatment for certain features of autism, Stanford study finds A specific antioxidant supplement may be an... Read More
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In a world of digital assistants, are we forgetting our manners? Not yet, researchers say. Using Siri and Alexas is not making adults rude. However, this may not be the case for children. Fortunately, digital assistant service provides are taking steps to reward children for general politeness. Read More
A new study explores the relationship between problem behaviors associated with autism and gastrointestinal symptoms. Findings suggest younger children on the autism spectrum with aggressive problem behaviors are 11.2% more likely to have co-occurring nausea, whereas older children with ASD had more complex relationships between internalizing symptoms and GI problems. Read More
A new study reports on a link between repetitive behaviors associated with autism and gastrointestinal problems. Researchers also found a connection between the severity of ASD symptoms and an increased risk of children experiencing more severe constipation, stomach pains, and other GI problems. However, no association was found between GI problems and social or communication difficulties associated with ASD. Read More
Embryonic damage caused by autoantibodies is implicated in a range of behavioral and psychological disorders, including schizophrenia, autism, and ADHD. Read More
Newborn mice use mom's unique odor, not a pheromone, to begin breastfeeding. Read More
